-
Coalfield CAP Head Start to receive $5.2 million
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT WILLIAMSON — Millions of dollars will help early childhood education in West Williamson. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded the Coalfield Community Action Partnership Head Start Program in West Williamson a little more than $5.2 million, U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) announced April 26. “Every child in West…
-
Kenneth Ray Rose Obituary
Kenneth Ray Rose 1959—2023 On July 31, 1959, in Williamson, West Virginia, a fourth son was born to Ken and Phyllis (Johnson) Rose. They named this son Kenneth Ray Rose, known by many as “Roach.” Kenny grew up to operate heavy equipment and worked for several strip mine operations. His love and passion was to…
-
Man arrested for firing gun in Williamson
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — A 24-year-old man was arrested Wednesday afternoon in the city limits for shooting out of a car and hitting houses and vehicles, according to the Williamson Police Department. According to Williamson Police Chief J.C. Dotson, police were alerted to someone shooting out of a vehicle on Vinson Street…
-
Public meeting Saturday to discuss future of Tug Fork River
BY CHRIS LAWRENCE WV METRO NEWS WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — Members of an advocacy organization fighting for the Tug Fork River hope to have a strong turnout for a public meeting about the river’s future this weekend. The Friends of the Tug Fork River will hold the event this Saturday at the Williamson Fire Hall from…
-
Kentucky boys win in Redneck Brawl
WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — Two Kentucky boys beat their West Virginia opponents Saturday night in the West Virginia Redneck Brawl at Williamson Memorial Fieldhouse. A capacity crowd of about 6,000 packed the fieldhouse to watch the street redneck fighting event, where boxers stepped into the ring for the first time to slug it out in three,…
-
Man arrested for arson in connection with Williamson fire
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — A man is behind bars on arson charges in connection with a fire that destroyed five vacant houses March 1 in Williamson. Eugene Kitchen, 53, of Williamson, was arrested and charged with arson and providing false information to a police officer. Kitchen, originally from Williamson, reportedly had…
-
Southern West Virginia Fishing Expo returns Saturday, March 11 to Williamson Fieldhouse
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WILLIAMSON, W.Va. — The third annual Southern West Virginia Fishing Expo returns March 11 to the historic Williamson Fieldhouse. Vendors with fishing, hunting and outdoor supplies will be set up under one roof with bargains on rods, reels, tackle and so much more for the sportsman. Williamson Parks & Recreation…
-
Tug Valley finishes 3-0 week, wins two in Hatfield-McCoy Shootout
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN Tug Valley finished a perfect 3-0 week. The Panthers defeated regional foe Van in a road game Jan. 31, then won two games in the Hatfield-McCoy Shootout over Belfry and Shelby Valley Friday and Saturday. Below is a recap of the action. Tug Valley 62, Belfry 49 WILLIAMSON — Tug…
-
Cold shooting costs Martin County two contests
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN The Martin County Cardinals came off a 15th Regional All “A” championship and impressive state tournament showing to have their week interrupted by inclement weather and game cancellations. After a week off, the Cardinals dropped two contests to Magoffin County and Poca (WV). The Cardinals moved to 19-5 on the…
-
Tug Valley gymnasium to get bleacher upgrade
BY KYLE LOVERN MOUNTAIN CITIZEN WILLIAMSON — What school administrators, coaches and fans have wanted to see at Tug Valley High School’s gymnasium will come to fruition. The basketball and volleyball gym, also used for Physical Education classes, will be getting all-new bleachers installed in the very near future. The Mingo County Board of Education…
Tag: Williamson W.Va.
